Sinner completes Sunshine Double with Miami Open title

Italian star defeats Czech opponent Lehecka in straight sets after rain delays

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:39pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A fractured, geometric painting depicting the tennis match between Sinner and Lehecka, with the players' movements and the court itself broken down into abstract shapes and angles, conveying the intensity and dynamism of the final.Jannik Sinner's historic Sunshine Double triumph is captured in a cubist-inspired illustration, reflecting the raw energy and competitive spirit of the Miami Open final.Today in Miami

Jannik Sinner defeated Jiri Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to win the Miami Open men's singles title on Sunday, completing the prestigious 'Sunshine Double' after Aryna Sabalenka's victory in the women's final the previous day.

Why it matters

The Sunshine Double, winning both the Indian Wells and Miami Open titles in the same year, is one of the most coveted achievements in professional tennis. Sinner's victory marks the first time an Italian player has accomplished this feat, cementing his status as one of the rising stars on the ATP Tour.

The details

The men's final was delayed twice due to rain, but Sinner was able to maintain his focus and composure to defeat the Czech player Lehecka in straight sets. The 21-year-old Italian dominated with his powerful groundstrokes and aggressive play, breaking Lehecka's serve twice in the match.

  • The final was originally scheduled for Sunday afternoon but was delayed twice due to rain.
  • The match eventually started around 6:30 pm local time.

The players

Jannik Sinner

A 21-year-old Italian tennis player who is currently ranked 8th in the world and is considered one of the rising stars on the ATP Tour.

Jiri Lehecka

A 21-year-old Czech tennis player who was making his first appearance in an ATP Masters 1000 final.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Winning the Sunshine Double has been a lifelong dream of mine. I'm so proud to have accomplished this feat and to make history as the first Italian to do so.”

— Jannik Sinner

“Sinner was the better player today. He deserved to win, and I congratulate him on his achievement.”

— Jiri Lehecka

What’s next

Sinner will now turn his attention to the clay court season, where he will look to build on his success and potentially win his first Grand Slam title at the French Open.

The takeaway

Jannik Sinner's victory in the Miami Open marks a significant milestone in his young career, as he becomes the first Italian player to win the prestigious Sunshine Double. This achievement solidifies his status as one of the top players on the ATP Tour and sets the stage for a potentially dominant clay court season.